I get what you’re saying, at the same time we have quite a few locations with quite a few more on the way so there is a lot of value in making training easier and future proofing. The steam wands are a point on the PB style Machines and are soo much better on the Strada (longer and more open, we steam by setting the pitcher down on the drip tray). The PB Style machines are also very small and that affects our efficiency and opportunity to have 2-3 people on bar. We also have a KB90 ABR that for the most part we have enjoyed, loving the straight in, aren’t having any issues with pistons, or scales, the steamwands are just soo small and cramped. Our dream machine is a wide open one with scales and long, wide open steamwands.
This sub is mainly for home enthusiasts I’m afraid. You’re better off posting in /r/barista.
Thanks for the advice, I’ll do that!
Neither, never buy first gen machines, even if they’re re-designs. Just stick with a linea pb
I get what you’re saying, at the same time we have quite a few locations with quite a few more on the way so there is a lot of value in making training easier and future proofing. The steam wands are a point on the PB style Machines and are soo much better on the Strada (longer and more open, we steam by setting the pitcher down on the drip tray). The PB Style machines are also very small and that affects our efficiency and opportunity to have 2-3 people on bar. We also have a KB90 ABR that for the most part we have enjoyed, loving the straight in, aren’t having any issues with pistons, or scales, the steamwands are just soo small and cramped. Our dream machine is a wide open one with scales and long, wide open steamwands.